Shoe box
32pt rigid board, lid-and-base construction200 minimum · 12 to 14 business daysA shoe box is a rigid two-piece lid-and-base box sized for footwear, built with the same wrapped-board construction as our other rigid boxes but scaled and shaped to hold a shoe pair securely with optional tissue or a foam riser. We produce them on 32pt rigid board from 200 units, ready in about 12 to 14 business days after proof.
When to choose it, and when not to
Choose a rigid shoe box for a footwear brand that wants the retail-standard lid-and-base presentation, where the reusable, sturdy structure signals quality and holds up through in-store handling and repeated opening.
Choose a lighter folding carton or a shipping mailer instead if you're a direct-to-consumer brand where the box mainly needs to survive one shipping trip rather than sit on a retail shelf, since rigid board costs more than the lighter alternative for that single-use case.
Specifications
| Board | 32pt rigid chipboard, wrapped in printed or matte paper |
|---|---|
| Construction | Two-piece lid-and-base, no folding or tucking |
| Interior | Tissue paper insert or a foam riser to hold the shoe pair in place |
| Offset CMYK on the wrap, foil and embossing available | |
| Label | Optional end-label panel for size and style information |
| Minimum | 200 units |
| Lead time | 12 to 14 business days after proof |
| Prototype | On request; timing confirmed in your quote |
| Sizes we run | 13 x 8 x 5 in (standard adult shoe) 10 x 6 x 4 in (kids or smaller footwear) custom size for boots or oversized footwear |
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Questions people ask
Does a foam riser cost extra, or is it included?
A foam riser or tissue insert is quoted separately from the box itself since it depends on your specific shoe shape and how much support you want. Tissue paper is the lower-cost option and works for most standard footwear.
Can you add a size and style label panel on the end?
Yes, a die-cut or printed end-label panel for size, style, and SKU information is a standard add-on for shoe boxes and is common for retail-bound product.
What sizes actually cover kids versus adult footwear?
Our 10 x 6 x 4 inch size fits most kids and smaller adult sizes, 13 x 8 x 5 covers standard adult shoes, and we'd size up custom for boots or oversized athletic footwear. Send us your shoe's actual box-fit dimensions to confirm.
Is 32pt board sturdy enough for repeated retail handling?
Yes, 32pt rigid board is our standard weight for this kind of two-piece box and holds up well through normal retail handling and repeated open-close use. We can quote a heavier board for an especially premium line.
Can the lid have a different finish than the base, like a matte lid on a colored base?
Yes, the lid and base wraps are handled as separate printed pieces so different finishes or colors between them is straightforward.
How does lead time compare to your folding cartons?
It runs a bit longer: 12 to 14 business days versus 8 to 10 for a folding carton, since rigid board construction involves a wrapping step that folding cartons don't need.
How is the shoe box different from the two piece lid and base box?
The shoe box is a two piece box scaled for footwear: lighter 32pt rigid chipboard wrapped in printed or matte paper, tissue or a foam riser inside, and an optional end-label panel for size and style. The two piece lid and base box runs heavier 1200 or 1500 gsm board, for a gift box that is kept. Both start at 200 units in 12 to 14 business days after proof. For a shoe line that needs size labels and stacks in a stockroom, the shoe box.
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